Seven-time Formula 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton is reportedly on the verge of a sensational move to Ferrari for the 2025 season according to multiple reports.
It is believed that negotiations between Hamilton and Ferrari have reached an advanced stage and a potential deal could be finalized as early as this week.
Ferrari's pursuit of Hamilton has been an ongoing saga for years, with the Italian outfit often expressing a keen interest in securing the services of the most successful driver in Formula 1 history.
However, Hamilton's loyalty to Mercedes, with whom he has enjoyed a long and successful partnership, has always been a stumbling block.
In recent seasons, however, Mercedes' performance has declined, while Ferrari has shown signs of resurgence.
This shift in dynamics appears to have swayed Hamilton's decision, prompting him to consider a move to the Prancing Horse.
Last year, Hamilton extended his allegiance to Mercedes with what was believed to be a two-year deal for 2024 and 2025. However, it now appears that the second season of his contract is an option only exercisable by the Briton.
This provision, coupled with Ferrari's renewed competitiveness, has created a compelling scenario for Hamilton's next chapter in Formula 1.
So far, neither team has officially commented on the situation. However, pundits have questioned Ferrari’s silence on the fate of Carlos Sainz beyond 2024.
Last week, Charles Leclerc’s services were locked in by the Scuderia, reportedly until 2027. Ferrari team boss Fred Vasseur has hinted that an announcement about a new deal for Sainz was forthcoming and just a matter of timing.
But it was also rumored that talks with Sainz had reached a stalemate, perhaps due to the latter demanding a multi-year deal while Ferrari was reportedly pushing a one-year extension in toder to keep its options open for 2025.
At 39, Hamilton is set to embark on his 18th season among motorsport’s elite. But the Briton claims that his passion and drive for F1 remain intact.
The potential signing of Hamilton would be a significant coup for Ferrari, perhaps marking a major turning point in the team's quest for championship glory, although Leclerc is more than capable of delivering the world title to the House of Maranello if supplied with the right equipment.
Hamilton’s transfer would also represent a significant shift in the Formula 1 landscape, as the Briton’s departure from Mercedes would leave a void in the team's line-up.
As the saga unfolds, the world of Formula 1 awaits an announcement that could shape the sport's future for years to come.
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